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EPISODE · Feb 20, 2026 · 29 MIN

45: 3 Little Known Ways to Improve Your Microbiome Health (Puppies, Cleaning Products & more!)

from The GutFit Nutrition Podcast · host Leigh Merotto, Dietitian | IBS, Gut Health and Fitness Expert

Your gut health isn’t just about what you eat! In this episode, I’m sharing 3 little-known, evidence supported ways to improve your gut microbiome that go beyond diet — and can support better digestion, mood, energy, immune resilience, and even performance!YOU’LL TAKEAWAY: ✅ What the gut microbiome is and why microbial diversity is critical for digestion, immunity, metabolism, and mental health✅ How over-sanitizing may reduce microbial resilience and how to apply a targeted hygiene approach✅ Why exposure to natural environments and pets may positively influence gut microbial diversity✅ How short bursts of high-intensity exercise can enhance gut health & result in positive microbiome changes—👩🏻‍💻 RESOURCES & LINKS MENTIONED: ⤵️📌 Want to crush your workouts without the gut distress? Grab my Pre & Post Workout For a Happy Gut Mini Course and Resource Bundle📌Join FREE Masterclass: 6 Step Blueprint to Conquering IBS & Gut Pain 📌https://doi.org/10.3389/fcimb.2020.00073📌https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23607879/📌https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30883471/—✉️ CONNECT WITH ME: ⤵️📱⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow on Instagram⁠⁠⁠🎁 ⁠⁠⁠Grab a Freebie!⁠⁠⁠ 🖥️ ⁠⁠ Shop the Resource Suite⁠⁠⁠👩🏻‍⚕️ ⁠⁠⁠Apply For Coaching⁠⁠⁠—ENJOYING THE PODCAST?Your rating & review help this show get into the earbuds of more listeners navigating gut issues, IBS & fatigue. Scroll down in Apple Podcasts or Spotify, tap ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐, and write one quick sentence.Not sure what to say? Try: “I listen to this podcast because…” 🎧

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